Serving 606 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wahitis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WAHITIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves a central area in Othello, WA, encompassing approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wahitis Elementary School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
It’s all about relationships.
School Rankings
Wahitis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahitis Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1131 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wahitis Elementary School's ranking?
Wahitis Elementary School is ranked #1131 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wahitis Elementary School?
606 students attend Wahitis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wahitis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahitis Elementary School?
Wahitis Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wahitis Elementary School offer ?
Wahitis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wahitis Elementary School part of?
Wahitis Elementary School is part of Othello School District.
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